Tipping flight attendants is generally not expected and may be restricted or prohibited depending on airline policies. Some crew members may accept small cash tips, but they do not lead to special perks or treatment onboard. Kindness, positive behavior, and post-flight feedback are often more impactful ways to show appreciation. With tipping culture evolving from a few singles here and there to percentage-lined touchscreens at cafes, fast-casual restaurants, and even hotel front desks, it’s tough to know when and when not to tip these days. This uncertainty has also spread to the realm of the skies—specifically, when it comes to flight attendants . After all, they pour drinks, serve food, and go above and beyond to ensure our comfort—all tasks that we typically recognize by opening our wallets. But are tips anticipated at an altitude of 30,000 feet? We spoke to a few flight attendants about whether or not tipping is expected. To tip or not to tip? A flight attendant directing two passengers.…